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The 2013 Kansas State Fair in Hutchinson will have a decidedly purple hue with the first Sunday of the fair designated as K-State Day. The university will be recognized as the official sponsor on Sept. 8 as the fair celebrates its 100th birthday.
Special outdoor exhibits will

An Alma man said Thursday he will seek the Libertarian Party’s nomination for governor in 2014.
Keen A. Umbehr filed his candidacy with the Kansas Secretary of State.
In doing so, Umbehr said his top priorities would be accountability and transparency at all levels of

11:52 am: On Bosco Plaza in front of the Union, K-State student Stephon Hardbridge yelled “I have a dream,” and began clapping his hands and stomping his feet.
Quickly, another student from farther away joined him. Eventually, more than a dozen people met to combine dance

The owners of about 450 local properties would find those properties affected by revised FEMA floodplain boundaries, city officials said Wednesday.
If the floodplain revisions are adopted as they currently are drawn, owners of those properties will be required to purchase flood insurance for any structures

What does Country Stampede have in common with the Kentucky Derby and the BBQ World Championship?
As of Sept. 1, all will have been featured on a new show on the Travel Channel focusing on fan experiences at major events.
The show, titled “Fandemonium” and featuring

A Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine microbiologist is sharing his expertise with Chinese scientists through a collaborative international research program.
Philip Hardwidge, associate professor of diagnostic medicine and pathobiology, has been named a senior international scientist through a visiting professorship program offered by

A man who was arrested on narcotics charges in July after police made a series of drug arrests was scheduled to appear in court Tuesday.
Marvin Berroth, 47, was arrested July 26 on a warrant for distribution of methamphetamine and charges of possession of methamphetamine, possession of

The four finalists for assistant city manager brought diversity and familiarity to the table Monday during a public reception at the Hilton Garden Inn and Conference Center.
All of the candidates complimented Manhattan residents on their hospitality and all wanted to be a part of

Purple Power Play brings the pep to City Park on Wednesday and Thursday night.
The annual rally for Wildcat fans is moving from its traditional location on Poyntz Avenue because of road construction there. Organizers said they expect the new venue to be even better.
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